Meet Toledo’s 97-year-old dentist, the oldest practicing in the state

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – At 97 years old, a local dentist is still helping people in our area be proud of their smiles. That makes him the oldest practicing dentist in Ohio.

Dr. Richard Zink used to play dentist as a child, using corn cobs. He pretended the kernels were teeth.

After studying at the Ohio State University, Dr. Zink got his dental license in 1958. It’s truly a life-long dream because 67 years later, he’s still working as a dentist…

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